Just Hike: 12km Winterfold, Larch Valley and Windmill
Schedule
Sun Feb 01 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:30 pm
UTC+00:00Location
Hurtwood Car Park 8 (Roman Temple), Farley Heath Road, GU5 9EW | Guildford, EN
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A magical 7.5mile route: Starting at Farley Heath woodlands, we'll walk through farm land and to the stunning Larch Valley. The walk feels very remote and very colourful even in winter.This route follows stunning woodland paths, some long valley walks of famous film locations offering the best of the Surrey Hills AONB; Now Surrey National Landscape. A couple of steeper descends and some gentle climbs but offering stunning views especially at Reynards Hill Bench and the famous shelter 'Perspective' art installation at Winterfold Hill. Finally the mysterious Windmill, we dont have many in the Surrey Hills.
Difficulty: moderate/hilly
Duration: 3-3.5h approx
Bring: snacks, drink. There are no public facilities/shops along the route.
Facilities: There are no public facilities/shops along the route.
Hiking guide: This hike is guided by Simone, a qualified hiking guide and North Downs Way Ambassador.
Dogs: Well behaved dogs always welcome.
Meet / park: Please arrive 5min earlier at the Hurtwood Car Park 8 park in Farley Heath Road. If your GPS cant find car park 8, search for Farley Heath Road Car park instead. Its not easy to find, so allow extra time please. What3Words: Printouts.sweeping.quintet
More info https://www.backontrack.live/events/winterfold-larch-valley-2026/
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